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MAKARSKA

'Makarska Riviera means the beaches, sea, hotels, smell of lavander and rosemary, the taste of figs and wine, the atmpsphere of konoba, the sound of harmony singing groups, the fishermen's nets, the smoke of harbour,the sound of the church bells, the cry of seagulls, the bonk of ships, the rage of a storm, the roar of the wind, the light of a lighthouse, summer love...And all this is Dalmatian art of living.' (R.J.)

Makarska is one of the most popular tourist destinations of the Croatian coast, attractive for its climate and natural features, overall tourist attractions and friendly hosts. City of Makarska is the recipient of various awards for achievements in tourism and also for the achieved quality and variety of tourism and hospitality services.
Today Makarska has more than 15 thousand inhabitants which territory includes picturesque villages at Biokovo Mountain, Veliko Brdo, Puharici, Kotisina and Makar- after whom the city was named after.

The Vepric sanctuary is most attractive natural resource together with forest parks on the peninsulas of St. Peter and Osejava with a beautiful view of the city and islands Brac and Hvar.
The Makarska Riviera is well known for its beautiful beaches, some of which are several kilometres long. The beaches are usually shingle or pebble smoothed by the sea into rounded shapes which are comfortable to lie and walk on. The white beaches with thick pine forests and the refreshing crystal clear sea are among the main attractions of the Makarska Riviera.

In Makarska you can enjoy a variety of taverns, restaurants, cafes, and you can find a lot of entertainment and cultural facilities, such as Makarska cultural summer program which includes a variety of events, concerts, exhibitions and traditional events such as the Fishermen's nights, Kalalarga Night and Summer Carnival.